Our client is a US-listed global information and data analytics company with over 10,000+ employees across 30+ countries. The Director, Accounting / Regional Controller will own the regional US GAAP income statement and balance sheet, the regional SOX program and statutory audits. You'll lead a team of two accounting managers and their staff. You'll also influence the shared services leaders (AP, billing, payroll, record-to-report) who have dotted-line relationships to your function. Analyze regional results and explain income statement and balance sheet movements to Canadian and International Segment leadership Run the local Day 2 close meeting with Accounting and FP&A; Compliance & Audit Oversee the regional SOX program and the execution of key controls Coordinate US GAAP and statutory audits so they're completed on time and to a high standard Act as the primary point of contact for all accounting issues in the region Business Partnership & Technical Accounting Partner with the Regional CFO on new business opportunities, risk assessment and the control environment Lead the development, review and execution of intercompany agreements in line with transfer pricing,
tax and governance requirements Review customer and vendor contracts for revenue recognition, pricing, payment terms and accounting impact Help shape decisions on consolidating multiple billing systems as new products launch in Canada Lead, coach and develop the local controllership team and build a solid talent pipeline Hold Global Financial Shared Services to agreed service levels through regular work with its process leaders CPA, CA designation with Big 4 public accounting experience ~10+ years of total accounting experience, including industry experience and at least 3–4 years leading teams ~ Strong US GAAP technical depth, gained in industry or through US-focused audit clients ~ Proven ability to lead in a matrix organization, influencing shared services and corporate functions without direct authority ~ Executive presence and clear communication with senior leaders in Canada and the US ~ Hands‑on experience with revenue recognition, intercompany and complex commercial agreements Transfer pricing or cross-border tax exposure Experience with PeopleSoft, OneStream, BlackLine, Coupa or Concur